Battle Hill Spur.
Battle Hill Spur runs less than a mile, making it one of the shorter named trails in the park. The route likely serves as a connector or access spur to a named summit or feature, though its exact terrain and junctions aren't widely documented. At under 1.5 kilometers, it's brief enough to pair with longer routes in the same area.
Seasonal pattern for this trail · tops out ~1,394 ft · live closures appear above
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4- Jimbo's Club at the Point9.2 mi
A fine-dining room and private event venue on a 25-acre peninsula on Brant Lake, off Route 8. Weekly-changing menu, an award-winning wine list, and wedding bookings for the full property.
- Hot Biscuit Diner10.7 mi
Hot Biscuit Diner is a full service family style restaurant in Ticonderoga. Visit us today to try our recipes! We put an emphasis on country style cooking, friendly service and affordable pricing. This Diner has been a family owned and ope…
- House of Pizza11.0 mi
A family- and woman-owned pizzeria on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga since 2002, doing traditional pizza, calzones, pasta, and salads with in-store pickup, curbside pickup, delivery, and no-contact delivery. Pizza-club program.
- Burleigh's Luncheonette11.0 mi
Burleigh's Luncheonette is a 1950s and 1960s themed restaurant located in historic downtown Ticonderoga, New York, offering classic diner vibes and freshly made meals.
Sip.
3- 9 Mile Coffee Co14.4 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Cupola Crepes14.4 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
- Caffe Vero21.8 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
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4- Cate's Creamery12.2 mi
The main ice cream spot in the heart of Bolton Landing village on Lake George's quieter west shore — soft serve, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and slushies, a short stroll from the lakefront.
- Crossroads Ice Cream13.8 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor14.1 mi
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- Stone Bridge Ice Cream14.3 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
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4- The Pub10.9 mi
The Pub is a British-inspired restaurant recognized for serving the best Fish and Chips in the U.S. by the UK’s Greene King Brewery. It offers excellent food, drinks, and genuine hospitality with a wide selection of beers.
- The Hub11.2 mi
The Hub is a cafe, restaurant, lounge, bar, and bike repair shop located in Brant Lake, also serving the Lake George, Loon Lake, Friends Lake, and Schroon Lake areas.
- Crazy Loon Distillery12.0 mi
At the Crazy Loon Distillery, we produce high quality Adirondack inspired craft spirits that reflect the innovative nature and peaceful mindset of the North Country of New York. We offer a lineup of flavorful craft spirits inspired by the…
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill14.4 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
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4- Silver Bay YMCA - Conference and Family Retreat Center1.7 mi
A 700-acre lakeshore conference and family-retreat center in operation since 1904. National Register of Historic Places. 253 rooms across hotel, cottages, dorms, and guest houses; meeting spaces up to 700; 15 miles of hiking trails.
- Northbrook Motel2.9 mi
Pet-friendly cottages on Lake Shore Drive in Silver Bay, on the quieter northern end of Lake George. Private dock access, private beach, and a shared bonfire pit. Twelve miles north of Lake George Village.
- Huletts on Lake George4.9 mi
A collection of named cottages on Lake George's east shore at Huletts Landing, with a sandy beach, dock access, a 9-hole golf course, and Black Mountain hiking nearby.
- Brookwood RV Resort7.1 mi
An RV resort on Route 9N between Hague and Ticonderoga, with full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, and rustic Adirondack-style cabins. WiFi on all sites, fire rings, and Saturday-night live music in July and August.
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4- Godwin Preserve8.1 mi
Godwin Preserve in the Town of Bolton offers two hiking trails totaling 112 acres, with moderate difficulty. The Yellow Trail provides views of Amy's Park wetlands and High Nopit, while the Red Trail connects to Pole Hill Pond Preserve.
- Town of Horicon Museum10.8 mi
The Brant Lake Museum is housed in an 1890s farmhouse, featuring period furniture, clothing, tools, and photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also includes a Carriage House with military and local hotel exhibits.
- Ticonderoga Heritage Museum11.0 mi
A local history museum on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga inside the 1888 building, the sole surviving structure from the Ticonderoga Pulp and Paper Company. Free walking tours of the La Chute industrial corridor.
- Fort Ticonderoga11.6 mi
A restored French and Indian War / Revolutionary War fort on 2,000-plus acres at the south end of Lake Champlain in Ticonderoga, with living-history demonstrations, the King's Garden, a corn maze, and boat tours on the lake aboard the Carillon.
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the Battle Hill Spur?The Battle Hill Spur is approximately 0.89 miles (1.4 kilometers) — a short out-and-back suitable for most fitness levels.
- How long does it take to hike the Battle Hill Spur?Most hikers complete the Battle Hill Spur in about 30 minutes at a steady pace with roughly 86 feet of elevation gain. Allow extra time for rest stops, photos, weather, and trail conditions.
- How difficult is the Battle Hill Spur?Based on its length and elevation gain, the Battle Hill Spur is an easy hike (86 ft of climbing over the route) — gentle grades suitable for most fitness levels and families. This is an estimate from route data, not an official trail rating — check current DEC advisories before heading out.